It’s Time We Were Kind and Honest With One Another!

Can we all agree on one thing—that the American people are the MOST blessed nation on the planet? Citizens of other countries might have better healthcare systems or other benefits, but how many Americans would truly choose to live anywhere else in the world and switch their citizenship? Just a few. And to those who say they would gladly leave us, I ask, ‘If you think life is so horrible here, then why are you still here?”

There are currently just over 8 billion people living on planet Earth, with approximately 342 million residing in the USA. This accounts for about 4% of the world’s population. I believe it’s fair to say that ANY American enjoys a higher standard of living than 85-90% of people living outside the USA. I would wager that the other 7 billion people would gladly trade places with ANY American in an instant!

No matter your political beliefs, religious affiliations, or socioeconomic status, this Thanksgiving should be a day of genuine gratitude. Remember that you could have been born into very different circumstances. Let’s put down our swords, pull in our claws, and recognize that we have more to lose by being at war with each other than by living in harmony. Don’t let ANY activist tell you the grass is greener on the other side. That is an outrageous and dangerous LIE!

Have a truly happy Thanksgiving day!

Jesus said, “I tell you, love your enemies. Help and give without expecting a return. You’ll never—I promise—regret it. Live out this God-created identity the way our Father lives toward us, generously and graciously, even when we’re at our worst. Our Father is kind; you be kind.

“Don’t pick on people, jump on their failures, criticize their faults—unless, of course, you want the same treatment. Don’t condemn those who are down; that hardness can boomerang. Be easy on people; you’ll find life a lot easier. Give away your life; you’ll find life given back, but not merely given back—given back with bonus and blessing. Giving, not getting, is the way. Generosity begets generosity.”